Reg and Andres: A return engagement
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- Published on Monday, March 27, 2017
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The Neepawa Banner
Returning to Neepawa, by popular demand on Monday, April 3, is the dynamic duo, Reg Downey and Andreas Flensted. Their concert last October was so well received that they have planned a return visit, this time at the Roxy Theatre. Folks who attended the October concert were heard to comment, “I felt so uplifted!”, and “I didn’t want it to end!”.
Reg’s musical career began back in the ‘70s at NACI and, over the years, has taken many twists and turns. On one of those turns, as he was visiting Denmark, he came across a mightily talented pianist, Andreas Flensted Over the last 17 years, they have worked together occasionally and only during the last three years they have both focused on touring (extensively in Europe) and song writing. Earlier in his career, on a visit to Denmark with a choir, Reg met Eva, who later became his wife. They raised four children in Canada before returning to Denmark in 2014. On occasion, Reg performs with two of his daughters. Just recently Reg and Andreas have been the focus of a documentary series on Norwegian TV following their unique musical journey. The Roxy concert is being taped by a professional production company to produce a video of a live concert. In the works is a Christmas CD as well as music videos. For a taste of what they offer follow them on Facebook and Youtube.
The concert will offer a variety of powerful songs, both sacred and secular, as well as original material. It promises to be a delightful “Evening of Piano and Song”. Helping them round out their concert they have invited accomplished Carberry musicians Becky Nikolaisen, soprano, and her sister, Kate Blair, accompanist, to perform. Reg has also indicated that there will be some surprises to unveil during the show.
Reg has an appealing stage presence, mixing jocular commentary with highly emotional renditions. Andreas, a master pianist, complements Reg in many ways. They are indeed a team and their performance will not disappoint. Tickets will be available at the door for students $10. and adults $15. This all happens at the Roxy on Monday, April 3 at 7:30.
